Profile Summary
About John A. Irvine at a glance
John A. Irvine is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Porter Hedges Llp. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, ip, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Tennessee -Supreme Court of Tennessee -State - Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Western District o (1972), Tennessee US Tax Court (1972), Ohio U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, Southern, Northern, Western and Eastern Districts of Texas (1982), and Texas Third Circuit Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals N (1985). Educated at Memphis State University (J.D., 1972) and Auburn University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tennessee and Ohio State Bar Associations International Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute College of the State Bar of Texas and Sustaining Life. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Mr. John A. Irvine is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, securities litigation, intellectual properties litigation and 7 other areas of law
- John received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- John practices at Porter Hedges LLP in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
John A. Irvine's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. Irvine handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
John A. Irvine is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John A. Irvine is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
John A. Irvine is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
John A. Irvine is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →
John A. Irvine is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Looking for additional Texas attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Houston or all attorneys in Texas.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about John A. Irvine
Where is John A. Irvine's law office located?
What practice areas does John A. Irvine handle?
How long has John A. Irvine practiced law?
Where did John A. Irvine go to law school?
How can I contact John A. Irvine for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has John A. Irvine received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.